5 Simple Shifts to Make You a More Effective Leader
January 19, 2023
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The truth is that every leader needs to change their mindset. Some changes are just more drastic than others.
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How to Empower Not Delegate as a Leader
April 26, 2022
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A common piece of advice from executives trying to help less experienced managers is, “you have to delegate more.” While the suggestion of taking things off of your plate and putting them on someone else’s makes sense on the surface, the intention behind the ask makes the difference.
If you take nothing else from this column, I want you to take this:
When leaders delegate, it’s about them. When leaders empower, it’s about others.
How to Lose the Respect of Your Team in One Simple Step
June 16, 2020
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While the position a leader is in often comes with built-in respect, it can’t and won’t sustain respect for an extended period. Respect is earned, and it’s earned through a lot of hard work and correct decision making. As Paulo Coelho said, “Respect is for those who deserve it, not for those who demand it.”
The Uncomplicated Habit That Makes You a Leader
December 3, 2019
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There’s a substantial difference between the title of “manager” and the actions of a leader; one is vastly more important than the other in today’s business environment.